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    Test Specialist – Custom Applications | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction As a Test Specialist at IBM, your analytical and technical skills will directly impact the quality of the software we create. Come work in an agile environment where you will help each iteration reach the next level. Whether the testing is manual, automated, or cognitive, you hold a key role in releasing the best deliverables to IBM’ers and our clients.Your Role and Responsibilities Over the past 100 years, IBMers all over the globe have helped make the world work better and smarter. In this new era of Cognitive Business, IBM is helping to reshape industries by bringing together our expertise in Cloud, Analytics, Security, Mobile, and the Internet of Things: Changing how we create, collaborate, analyze and engage. From transforming healthcare to improving the retail shopping experience – it’s what IBMers do. In Africa, we’ve been changing the way the continent does business for more than 50 years, and as our company continues to grow, we’re looking for talented professionals to join us in this new era.Join us and be part of a diverse and global team of thinkers and doers, and make an impact.

    This role is for a graduate of a university who is hired for a professional position requiring a university level education (or equivalent experience). The employee focuses on individual/team objectives and development of professional effectiveness.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Client Technical Specialist – Security | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction Information and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today’s businesses. As a Security Consultant, you will be a key advisor for IBM’s clients, analyzing business requirements to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills to find the balance between enabling and securing the client’s organization with the cognitive solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.Your Role and Responsibilities IBM is looking for a Technical Sales specialist with cyber security expertise who will be responsible for developing and maintaining trusted client relationships at all levels within a client’s organization. – Understand client’s business requirements, technical requirements and/or competitive landscape. – You apply your business insights, build and maintain client relationships, incorporate hardware, software and services into client-valued solutions and ensure client readiness for the implementation of technical solutions. – IBM Security Solutions help detect, address and prevent security breaches through integrated hardware and software solutions. – Powered by deep analytics and trusted IBM Security expertise, our robust portfolio of comprehensive, scalable industry leading tools that delivers unparalleled security intelligence with reduced complexity and lower maintenance costs, while protecting workloads in multi-cloud. – As a Subject Matter Expert, you will help customers, IBM account teams and Business Partners to create and develop strategies, roadmaps and technical plans (focused on cyber-security) to enable the strategic goals of your clients. – Conduct POCs, demo, whiteboard and advise on the IBM Security portfolio to identify and solution key use cases. – Develop solution/pattern, bring it back to the lab, prototype/MVP where appropriate.- You will be responsible for gathering and understanding technical requirements and/or competitive landscape. – From this you will provide technical sales support which may include collaborating with IBM sales teams to define, design, and detail the technical aspects and feasibility of proposed solutions; delivering Proof of Concepts and/or MVPs; developing and delivering technical education to colleagues, Customers and Partners; supporting critical situations; designing solutions; and answering technical questions. – When engaged for a specific opportunity or project, you are responsible for the technical accuracy and fit of the proposed solution.- Other responsibilities may include coordination of presales or (in some cases) delivery activities with internal and external service partners, presentations on marketing and enablement events, leading local developer communities, writing technical papers, blogs etc.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – 7+ years of experience in IT Integration, ideally using IBM Security product portfolio or competitive counterparts, in complex and demanding projects. – 2+ years experience of autonomous development of Integration artefacts (integration flows, APIs etc) for Integration products. – Deep knowledge in key security topics, e.g. SOAR, SOC, Cloud Security, IAM, Data Security – Preferably possess industry certifications like CCSK/CISSP/CCSP or any cloud service provider security certifications – In-depth knowledge of application development processes and at least one programing or scripting language (e.g., Java, Scala, C#, Ruby, Perl, Python, PowerShell) – Understanding of frameworks such as the PTES and OWASP – Applicable knowledge of Windows client/server, Unix/Linux systems, Mac OS X, VMware/Xen, and cloud technologies such as IBM cloud, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud – Significant knowledge of security best practices for client-server product architectures, focusing predominantly on cloud-based server development – Knowledge and understanding of key differences between most popular cloud provider solutions and cloud orchestration tools (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP, Pivotal Cloud Foundry, BOSH, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.) – Strong domain expertise of cloud infrastructure compute, network and storage as well as the cloud control plane – Experience in cloud-based security management/IDS/IPS/SIEM tools, such as IBM QRadar, ArcSight, Sysdig, Splunk, Dome9, AlienVault, AlertLogic, Fortinet, Threat Stack, IStio etc. – Experience in extracting pertinent security data from SIEM solutions and IBM logDNA /Qradar audit, logs, and reports – Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management (Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, etc). – Life-long learner – always looking to stay up to date with latest attack vectors, vulnerabilities, remediation and protection paradigms, etc. – Strong analytical and good inter-personal skills. Good organizational and problem solving abilities. – Good knowledge of software development methodologies, tools, standards and procedures. – Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills – Proven track record in Tech Sales or similar role. Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise – Experience in pen testing – Experience in deploying and working with Integration products on Kubernetes and/or OpenShift – Code development in Java, JavaScript or other popular languages and frameworks will be considered a plus. – Knowledge of container offerings: IBM Kubernetes Service (IKS), Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) Amazon Elastic Container Service for Kubernetes (EKS), Google Kubernetes Service (GKE). – Strong industry experience and background in one of the following industries: Banking, Telco, Public sector (Government). – DevOps tooling and processes, particularly in hybrid cloud architectures – Understanding of IT security frameworks and protocols: Oauth2.0, OIDC, Kerberos, SAML; understanding of security integration architecture for common industry patterns such as e.g. PSD2 solutions in Banking – Significant knowledge of AWS systems, including EC2, IAM, Cloudfare, Calico CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Config, Lambda, Security Groups, VPCs, WAF, Guard Duty, Inspector, etc.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Recruitment Associate | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    To be successful in the role of the Recruitment Associate ( a 1 year fixed term contract), it is expected that you will be degree educated and possess a minimum of 2 years of recruitment and talent acquisition experience, with a preference for those within the professional services sector. You will be accustomed to a fast paced and heavily deadline driven environment and therefore, those who are self-motivated, hardworking and pro-active should apply. Exceptional communications skills in English are required and Arabic fluency is a distinct advantage. The successful candidate will undertake many support functions to assist the Recruitment Manager and act as the main point of contact for candidates, interviewers and operational team members. You will develop strong relationships with all involved and will communicate effectively at all times. Part of the role will also ensure that a keen eye for detail is maintained, with up to date information and progress fully tracked on the internal CRM. As a large recruitment strategy is in place for the next year, the role of the Recruitment Associate will also involve the scheduling of interviews both regionally and internationally and to ensure that all associated documents are available on the day. Additional support will also be given to the onboarding process for new recruits and interaction with the training teams and wider recruitment function to ensure all logistics are in place.

    Please note that this role is initially for a fixed term contract of 1 year. However, due to the global reach of the organisation, a position in this company will be a gateway into the professional services sector for those wishing to progress.

    Irwin & Dow was established by two highly experienced recruitment professionals, Tracey Irwin and Jocelyn Dow. We provide a refreshing approach by working in close partnership with clients and candidates within the Business Support, Secretarial, HR & Finance sectors.

    Good staff are key to every business. We recognise and appreciate this, having over thirty years combined recruitment and executive search experience within the region.

    Our main aim is to provide a specialist service to clients preferring to work with a bespoke consultancy.

    Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount and our ultimate goal is to become a partner of choice for all our clients and candidates. More

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    Fresh Graduate Accountant | Tiger Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Assist with the preparation of financial statements• Analyze and reconcile bank statements and general ledgers• Post journal entries for accrued expenses and revenue• Maintain and record fixed assets• Prepare and file local compliance reporting as necessary• Prepare court-mandated annual accounting reports and inventories for client discharges as necessary• Act as a liaison for vendors to reconcile any billing discrepancies

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance• GPA : 3.0 or above• Fresh Graduate • Strong written and verbal communication skills• Excellent problem-solving skills• Able to multi-task and prioritize work effectively• Arabic speaker preferred

    Tiger Group start was in Construction Field through Tiger Contracting Company that was established in Sharjah – UAE in 1976, and now it is one of the largest groups in the region.

    The group has diversified activities as the following:

    Contracting: The group has more than 10 companies in UAE in addition to branches/affiliates that work in the region. These companies have the highest ranking from the concerned authorities. Moreover, these companies had accomplished plenty of projects like commercial towers, residential towers, universities, schools, hotels, villas compound & steel structures and etc…

    Industries: In order to support / provide the ongoing projects with high quality products on time, we established “Tiger Industries” that include wood & furniture factory, aluminum & glass factory, kitchen & wardrobes factory and marble factory.

    All these factories have been provided with the latest technology & machines in addition to the skilled manpower.

    Real Estate Development: Tiger Group started its activities in Real Estate in parallel with Construction Booming in UAE and now it is one of largest real estate companies in the region.

    Hundred Thousands of square meters of “Built up Area” had been accomplish which later converted to thousands of residential, commercial & retail units.

    Hospitality: The group entered Hospitality field by establishing “Samaya Hotel”, a five star luxury hotel, which is located in Deira – Dubai. The hotel is managed by “Samaya for Hotels & Resorts” & “Samaya for Hotel Apartment”. There are still other hotel projects will be launched in Dubai.

    Education: To develop Human in particular & the society in general, the group has established Al Yarmouk Private University & Al Yarmouk Schools in Syria in addition to multi stages schools in Syria, Jordan & Turkey. Furthermore, the management used to provide scholarships for top students.

    Health Care: Since Human’s care is core interest, the group has decided to launch a new hospital in coordinating with University Of Freiburg – Germany, the hospital will be provided with the professional / qualified specialists and equipped with the highest medical technologies. There are other initiatives under processing that contribute to develop the human & society together and we hope they will be ready soon. More

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    Manager – Business Consulting – Health | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Middle East Healthcare Market The healthcare market in the middle east is undergoing a rapid and comprehensive transformation with the patient at the centre. Better patient healthcare access & outcomes, facility performance, financial accountability as well as the unique healthcare digitization agenda form the cornerstones of this transformation To help support and realise this transformation, EY is looking to recruit healthcare consulting specialists to join us on this exciting journey to accelerate their own careers and shape the future of healthcare within the region What we are looking for – We’re interested in professionals with a strong work ethic, motivation and the willingness to learn. – You’ll need to be comfortable handling several responsibilities at once, often with shifting priorities, and work within a collaborative environment, where you’ll be building and maintaining relationships with colleagues and clients at all levels – Working as part of a high-performing team, you will be involved in the shaping and delivery of transformation projects and programs, to include, but not limited to, clinical care models, and system re-design.

    Skills and attributes for success To qualify for the role, you must have – Strong healthcare clinical, operational, industry or consulting background with 4 – 7 years’ experience – Understanding of the current global and regional healthcare challenges – Experience in managing teams as well as running projects/project workstreams – Outstanding academic record – Proficiency in English Language and the use of Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) – Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation skills – Willingness to travel across the region Ideally, you’ll also have – Clinical qualifications e.g. doctor, nurse – Masters/ Bachelor’s degree in a related health discipline e.g. master’s in health management – Proficiency in Arabic – Previous experience working in the GCC What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package and accelerated growth within the business where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring. In addition to that we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Receptionist | Avrioc Technologies

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office.Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office.Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls.Ensure reception area and the office is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email.Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries.Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)Order office supplies and keep inventory of stock.Ensure that the facilities are well maintained.Coordinate/Train office boys to perform tasks with professionalism. Update calendars and schedule meetings.Keep updated records of office expenses and costs.Maintain the general office filing system.Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing, and faxing.

    Proven work experience of 5+ years as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative, or similar role.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Hands-on experience with office equipment. (e.g. fax machines and printers)Professional attitude and appearance.Solid written and verbal communication skills in English.Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.Excellent organizational skills.Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.Customer service attitude.High school degree: additional certification in Office Management is a plus.

    Our holy grail, from day one, has been innovation. At AVRIOC, providing excellent services is not just a salesline, but a part of the ethos. We think out-of-the-box, commit to improvise, and provide unmatched solutions. More

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    Senior Research Analyst, Islamic Finance | Refinitiv

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Role PurposeThe role is to develop and manage the preparation of assigned research reports according to scheduled timelines and within assigned budgets while maintaining client’s relationship. The key objective is to deliver Islamic finance knowledge solutions to clients of the Islamic finance business unit. Will be required to independently conduct research and work with the broader Islamic finance team, and take the lead on maintaining client relationships and various stakeholders in the Islamic finance industry.ResponsibilitiesComplete research studies and prepare client deliverables up to the required quality and within the designated budget and timeframe as directed by the Head of Research.Actively participate and engage in the writing research reports projects from concept to final delivery on timeActively manage and engage in the preparation of assigned internal and external research projects from planning stage to impact delivery Engage with the project manager to deliver the required quality, analysis, language on a timely matter and is up to the standard Support the development of marketing collateral, report presentations, press releases and other marketing content related to research projects. Responsible for the client management and engagement, keep the client informed and ensure that the project is delivered in a timely manner, and clients are satisfied; Manage, prepare and monitor the IFG Daily and Weekly Briefings in timely and accurate manner.

    Required Skills and Experience· A Bachelors Degree holder in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Accounting or Business from a reputable university · Strong background in Islamic finance demonstrated by a degree, certificate or diploma or through at least three years of related work experience is preferable.· Minimum 3 to 5 years experience as an analyst conducting and writing research reports, preferably in the financial services industry.· Work experience in the Islamic finance industry is preferable.· Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with individuals at various levels within the organization and external clients.· Good critical thinking, questioning, and listening skills; excellent attention to detail.· Demonstrated quantitative abilities· Strong attention to detail.· Problem-solving and analytical skills· Time management skills for managing multiple tasks simultaneously, while completing work within allocated time frames.· Advanced skills using Microsoft Applications: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.· Conveys professional attitude at all times· Writing and developing Arabic content is a plus

    Refinitiv is one of the world’s largest providers of financial markets data and infrastructure, serving over 40,000 institutions in approximately 190 countries. We provide leading data and insights, trading platforms, and open data and technology platforms that connect a thriving global financial markets community – driving performance in trading, investment, wealth management, regulatory compliance, market data management, enterprise risk and fighting financial crime. We are new market pioneers with 167 years of confidence. Breaking new barriers. Enabling more responsible, transparent and connected financial markets. We redefine what data can do. Through an open ecosystem, a high-performance culture, analytics, insights and technology.

    Be the breakthrough, activate your future and shape ours. More

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    Talent & Performance Management Specialist for an International Professional Services Firm | RecruitME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The ME talent specialist takes the lead on several key streams within the Talent Function. In particular, the Talent Specialist leads the performance management cycles for Consultants and Management Services, the Mentor Allocation Process and the MBA sponsorship program. The ME talent specialist will also work closely together with the ME HR Manager with regards to the annual compensation cycles. In addition, the Talent Specialist will support the ME Talent Manager in any Talent Related initiatives and will support the talent related administrative processes, including those related to training and development. Performance Management Main point of contact / expert on performance management Lead the organization of performance reviews end-to-end:Manage process and timelinesDrive all internal communication to all stakeholders First line of support for employees, mentors and line managersConsolidate performance documents to mentors and Talent CommitteePrepare Review sessions and provide valuable input to Committee prior, during and after Review sessions Performance management process and system management, oversight, and improvements Work closely with the HRIS/CRS team on system enhancements and updates Allocation of mentors and support of mentorship program Support HRM and HRD in any talent related topics MBA Sponsorship program Support the MBA team (scheduling of sessions, collection of feedback, awareness of the program) Manage the MBA sponsorship process (schedule committee session, communicate results, manage invoices etc.) Compensation reviews Manage the systems in terms of information validation and entries Support the HR Manager through the annual compensation review cycle, including the bonus allocation process Work closely with the HR Manager to manage the promotion process, including Job Description reviews, Compensation Review and uploadsTraining and Development Support the Talent Manager in the identification, implementation, administration, and review of local training Manage the training invitations, feedback reporting and other admin tasks Provide training need insights and channel requests for development to the ME Talent Manager

    The Ideal Candidate will have:• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Strong analytical skills• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to maintain strict confidentiality • Attention to detail• Independent organizational and prioritizing skills• Proactive and solution-oriented • Proficient in general Windows and in Microsoft Office – in particular Excel (design and develop spreadsheets) • Previous experience in Comp&Ben a plus • Fluent in English QualificationsMaster’s Degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology or other relevant degree • Relevant work experience (min 5 years) in a similar environment (professional services)

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.

    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.

    What we do:

    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.

    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More